Article features a description of the fire which ripped through Holland Street's business block on February 11, 1959. See Related Descriptions for more information.
Article features news on Canada's Centennial celebrations, extra copies of the Bradford Witness, and recalling the fall fairs around the county. It also mentions the upcoming Ontario elections.
Article features news on Queen Elizabeth II's visit to Ottawa, the 10th anniversary of Hurricane Hazel, Canada's Centenary and community growth, and the preservation of old buildings.
Article features news on the democracy of Council debates (looking at other municipalities), the bradford Fire Brigade, and business people and local developments.
Article features news on the fundraiser by the Bradford Lions Club for the York County Hospital, news on the recent break-ins and theft around town, and debate on the true name of the Holland River (vs. Schomberg River in the southwest)
Article features news on the Dr. Jim Evans leaving for the Congo for his missionary work, the discussion of a pipeline from Lake Simcoe to provide water, and new carrot and onion harvesters brought into the Marsh.
Article features news on the construction of Aurora's Yacht Club, an editorial on what Bradford can do with its river at the entrance to the town for publicity, and Holland River's history. It also mentions the upcoming 10th anniversary of Hurricane Hazel's path through Bradford.